2016: What did you do to/with your NC700 today?

[rippin209]

The pics aren't working?

 

[Grey1one]

They are there for me, if you're referring to the oil change pics.

 

[maxou723]

Installed the fender extender on my bike!

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[maxou723]

Wow, sorry for that size of that picture in my previous post! Gotta figure out a way with Tapatalk to get smaller images!

 

[Flaferalcat]

Added an altrider radiator guard and took out some off the sag.

I installed the same guard late last year, black. More or less had to toss out the install guide, and 1/2 the included parts. I like mine...so far.

 

[ronsaw]

Rode through Gig Harbor, back roads to Olalla, out to Belfair, then to Allyn. Checked out the City Park and had a light lunch. Found my peace, then a ride along the water front and back home.

The new Shad comfort seat made the ride much more tolerable.

 

[supertux1]

I changed my oil, not very exciting but here are some pictures!
Can someone tell me what MGS & D stand for?

MGS is used a lot in the designation of Honda part numbers.
D probably means this is a dipstick for DCT, since DCT takes more oil than MT.

Did you replace the DCT filter O-ring too - PN: 91302-PA9-003 ?

I'm collecting the stuff for my first oil change...

 

[Olythom]

Installed a fiamm low-tone. Unpacked a box of goodies for my next oil change.

 

[rippin209]

Installed the fender extender on my bike!

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I need to get one of these soon

 

[PHX-AZ-700X]

First oil change today, a little late at 1,240 miles. Oil filter was a little tight, and I didn't have a small enough oil filter wrench or a large enough channel-lock wrench...so I just punched a screw driver through the filter. The new K&N filter has the 17mm bolt head on it...much easier to install. I can't believe I don't have to do it again for 8,000 miles...but at the rate I'm putting on miles that will be in the late fall. I put 1239.5 miles on it in 6 weeks , and I have some long trips planned this summer & fall.

Oh, and I've decided to name her Black Betty.

 

[sumo]

MGS is used a lot in the designation of Honda part numbers.
D probably means this is a dipstick for DCT, since DCT takes more oil than MT.

Did you replace the DCT filter O-ring too - PN: 91302-PA9-003 ?

I'm collecting the stuff for my first oil change...

Thanks for info on MGS D.

I bought the o-ring but the old one looked so good I couldn't bring myself to change it (it's hard being a cheap basterd) same for the crush washer on the drain plug! One thing to consider, the DCT oil filter cover has two 8 mm bolts. There is no mention in the owners manual about recommended torque, I was working with a 3/8" drive ratchet but switched to a little 1/4" ratchet to tighten up these 8 mm bolts, do not over tighten.

My first time changing oil in my 2014 DCT (went to the dealer prior). Things were going great until I tried to place the DCT oil filter cover back on. It cracked when I screwed it back on (was not even tight).

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In ended up super gluing the parts together, then assembled everything back and filled it up with oil. Any one face a similar issue? or advice on if I should ride around (so far no oily puddles, but it's only been an hour or so).

They need to have a simpler, all metal solid, design.

 

[rippin209]

Thanks for info on MGS D.

I bought the o-ring but the old one looked so good I couldn't bring myself to change it (it's hard being a cheap basterd) same for the crush washer on the drain plug! One thing to consider, the DCT oil filter cover has two 8 mm bolts. There is no mention in the owners manual about recommended torque, I was working with a 3/8" drive ratchet but switched to a little 1/4" ratchet to tighten up these 8 mm bolts, do not over tighten.

Good idea I use a 1/4 ratchet, I try using it only for everything I can, I'm always worried about something breaking out stopping out

 

[sumo]

First oil change today, a little late at 1,240 miles. Oil filter was a little tight, and I didn't have a small enough oil filter wrench or a large enough channel-lock wrench...so I just punched a screw driver through the filter. The new K&N filter has the 17mm bolt head on it...much easier to install. I can't believe I don't have to do it again for 8,000 miles...but at the rate I'm putting on miles that will be in the late fall. I put 1239.5 miles on it in 6 weeks , and I have some long trips planned this summer & fall.

Oh, and I've decided to name her Black Betty.
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Bam-ba-Lam! Good times!
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[supertux1]

Thanks for info on MGS D.

I bought the o-ring but the old one looked so good I couldn't bring myself to change it (it's hard being a cheap basterd) same for the crush washer on the drain plug! One thing to consider, the DCT oil filter cover has two 8 mm bolts. There is no mention in the owners manual about recommended torque, I was working with a 3/8" drive ratchet but switched to a little 1/4" ratchet to tighten up these 8 mm bolts, do not over tighten.

Oddly enough, the Service Manual does not list torque values for bolts on the DCT oil filter cover in the 'Maintenance' section.

It does however list:

The oil sump drain bolt torque spec is 30Nm / 22lb-ft
The filter torque spec is 26Nm / 19lb-ft

Now, the Service Manual is a tricky thing, because it has a 'Standard Torque Values' section at the beginning that you're supposed to use when they don't list one elsewhere.

That bolt on the DCT filter cover, for the 2016 is:

BOLT, FLANGE (6X16) (NSHF)
90006-GHB-630

For an 6mm flange NSHF bolt, 'Standard Torque Value' chart says 12Nm / 9lb-ft

I always go by feel, with published numbers as a guide. If something feels like it's gonna snap, stop.
Best practice for this is to torque a bunch various size and hardness bolts into some scrap wood / metal with a breaker bar and snap them on purpose just to see what it feels like.

The more you know!...

 

[drdubb]

I"'ve broken or stripped more fasteners with a torque wrench than without.

 

[bamamate]

I"'ve broken or stripped more fasteners with a torque wrench than without.

I'll second that. On those little 8mm bolts I use 1/4 drive and go snug plus a little.

 

[Deckyon]

Went to ride into work today, and the front end felt like I was riding through mud. Looked down, and the front tire was quite low. Went home, parked her and went to work the normal way...

Ordered a new tire Michelin Pilot Road 4, 120/70ZR17 and will get it put on tomorrow/Wednesday at Cyclegear. $120 + installation.

Tonight, I will be taking the front wheel off for the first time. Is there anything I need to pay attention to in regards to that? What about putting it back on Wednesday night? Please respond in Private Message rather than this thread.

 

[supertux1]

I'll second that. On those little 8mm bolts I use 1/4 drive and go snug plus a little.

Ah yes, sometimes German torque specs are called for, gutentight

 

[Kingsar]

2012 nc700s

Hey all, I hope everyone is excited about spring.....I have been lurking looking at your rides and mods and wanted to share a pic of my ride. I just finished wiring and adding my new lights. I also changed the wheel color. Looking to be different.....you know. Anyways, hope to see some of you riders on the road.

 

[L.B.S.]

ooooh, beauty! I love the wheels and those monster lights

I'm a fan of the olden days of rally car looks, and the last of the big twin headlight motorcycles, just before the technology in lighting took off with projector beams/hid/led etc.